4-Day Switzerland road trip Starting from Zurich to Basel

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Zurich has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lindenhof. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich, Weisses Rössli. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Zeughauskeller. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

Locals recommend Swiss Chuchi Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

Zurich also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Zurich is Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Switzerland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Zurich. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zurich’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zurich, start your day with a visit to the amazing Swiss National Museum. This much-appreciated organization and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Grossmünster. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,203 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Zürich Opera House to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Zürich Opera House is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zurich has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Basel. Basel offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 520 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Basel, the fantastic tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful KLARA 13 AG. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Basel and embark on a scenic drive to Zurich, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basel and Lucerne before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Basel. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Basel Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,001 visitors. Over 2,012,511 people visit Basel Zoo annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Basel Minster. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,367 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Basel is the stunning middle bridge. This road bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Lucerne and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Lucerne has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Swiss Museum of Transport. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,371 visitors. Around 562,605 people visit Swiss Museum of Transport every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. This sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Chapel Bridge. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lucerne, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Zurich. When you arrive in Zurich you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

After dinner, visit Markthalle to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rimini Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Rimini Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Zurich before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Botanical Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zurich. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Zurich and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Switzerland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Zurich at Cantinetta Antinori before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Zurich. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Switzerland!